Drug reference

tenofovir disoproxil fumarate

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Drug class

Anti Virals (Hepatits Viruses)

Mechanism of action

NRTI; analog of adenosine 5'-monophosphate that inhibits HIV-1 reverse transcriptase by competing with AMP as substrate, which results in the inhibition of viral replication

Common side effects

  • Asthenia
  • Nausea
  • Pain
  • Diarrhea

Related conditions

Frequently asked questions

What drug class is tenofovir disoproxil fumarate?

tenofovir disoproxil fumarate belongs to: Anti Virals.

How does tenofovir disoproxil fumarate work?

NRTI; analog of adenosine 5'-monophosphate that inhibits HIV-1 reverse transcriptase by competing with AMP as substrate, which results in the inhibition of viral replication

What are the common side effects of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate?

Asthenia, Nausea, Pain, Diarrhea

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